Upper Elementary Guide

Association Montessori International/USA (AMI/USA); Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Small-school environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Children's House Montessori in Traverse City seeks a full-time Upper Elementary Guide (4th-6th) to join a collaborative teaching team at our Long Lake Campus, eight acres west of the city by Grand Traverse Bay.

You will design and implement interdisciplinary, experiential lessons that foster independence, curiosity, community, and responsibility, while co-planning a two-year curriculum and supporting students’ growth socially and academically.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education.
• AMI or AMS Montessori Certification required.
• Experience teaching elementary-age students.
• Strong commitment to Montessori principles.
• Passion for working with elementary students.
• Organized, assertive; Humble, compassionate, curious and patient.
• Experience designing interdisciplinary, experiential learning opportunities.
• Positive, adventurous outlook and joy.

Responsibilities

• Engage students in individual and group work.
• Develop and implement interdisciplinary lessons that encourage hands-on learning.
• Foster a supportive, community-oriented classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design innovative curricula.
• Travel overnight with students (up to 3 nights per year).
• Support students in their personal growth, social development, and academic journey.

Skills

Montessori principles

Collaborative teaching

Interdisciplinary learning

Classroom communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

AMI/AMS Montessori Certification

Job description

The Children's House Montessori, located in beautiful Traverse City along the beautiful Grand Traverse Bay, is excited to announce the opening of a full-time Upper Elementary Guide (4th-6th grade). The Children's House Independent Montessori School, established in 1984, serves 260 students from infant through 8th grade. This role is at our Long Lake Campus that sits on 8 lovely acres just west of Traverse City.

About The Role

As an Elementary Guide, you are part of a collaborative, creative teaching team dedicated to supporting students during a critical stage of development. This role centers on guiding students through an interdisciplinary, workshop-based, and experiential learning environment that fosters independence, curiosity, community, and responsibility.

The Guide intentionally designs and prepares the environment to provide opportunities for students to develop their identity through meaningful work.

Montessori education is an education for peace. Guides work closely together to co-plan a 2-year curriculum cycle that inspires and engages learners, fostering independence and interdependence.

The Guide supports adolescents in developing not only academic skills but also social responsibility, self-awareness, and a sense of belonging.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage students in individual and group work.
• Develop and implement interdisciplinary lessons that encourage hands-on learning.
• Foster a supportive, community-oriented classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design innovative and engaging curricula.
• Travel overnight with students (required up to 3 nights per year)
• Support students in their personal growth, social development, and academic journey.

Desired/ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher with a focus in education
• AMI or AMS Montesorri Certification Required
• Teaching experience with elementary-age students
• Strong commitment/interest in Montessori principles
• Passion for working with elementary students
• Organized, assertive
• Humility, compassion, curiosity, and patience
• Experience in designing interdisciplinary, experiential learning opportunities that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and independent exploration
• A positive outlook, a sense of adventure, and joy!

What We Offer

• A generous benefits package, including health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including sponsorship to earn your AMI Diploma.
• A supportive, collaborative, and small-school environment with a focus on personalized, hands-on education.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.